Galtaji & Surya Mandir Trek

Overview

Walk the old pilgrim trail of about 2.5 km from Suraj Pol up to the Surya Mandir on the ridge, then down the other side to Galtaji – the 'Monkey Temple' with its sacred kunds set in a gorge. The ridge-top Sun Temple sits about 100 m above the city and gives superb views at sunrise or sunset. An easy trek full of history, temples and (yes) monkeys.

Departures

This package runs on your own dates — tell us when you want to travel and we will plan it for you. Best season: Oct – Mar.

Highlights

• About 2.5 km pilgrim trail from Suraj Pol
• Surya Mandir sunrise / sunset viewpoint
• Galtaji temple and sacred kunds
• Easy trek with lots of heritage

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Suraj Pol – Surya Mandir – Galtaji

   Meet at Suraj Pol, the eastern gate of the walled city. Walk up the stone pilgrim path to Surya Mandir on the ridge for views over Jaipur, then descend to the Galtaji temple complex and its kunds. Maggi, tea and light snacks, then walk back over the ridge. Total time: about 3 hours. Keep food in your bag – the monkeys here are bold.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Things to Carry

• Sports shoes or trekking shoes with good grip (no slippers)
• 1–2 litres of water per person
• Cap, sunglasses and sunscreen
• A light jacket for winter mornings; a raincoat in the monsoon
• A small backpack and a torch / phone light for early starts
• Government photo ID

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 15 days before travel. 50% refund up to 7 days.